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BC3150-0018

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The BC3150-0018 Bus Terminal boasts 64 Bus terminals, a program memory of 48 kbytes, and supports programming in IEC 61131-3 languages. As part of the BC Bus Terminal Series by Beckhoff, it features a 24 V DC power supply and weighs approximately 100 grams.

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Product Description:

The BC3150i0018 is a type B coupler which has built-in TwinCAT support and is connected to the PROFIBUS Bus Coupler for purposes of bus terminators control and other peripheral connections in an industrial automation setting. The device under consideration includes program memory of 48 kbytes, data memory of 32 kbytes and remanent data of 2 kbytes which is very important for the system to hold data when power is lost. In the launcher, only relevant information is included such as the number of PLC tasks supported by the runtime system: 1; and the PLC cycle time of about 3 milliseconds, which includes executing 1000 instructions, meaning that it is applicable for real-time control activities.

The unit is programmed in accordance with IEC 61131-3 including IL, LD, FBD, SFC and ST and actually does allow fast relocation and online changes for operational flexibility. The BC3150-0018 are capable of driving maximum 64 of bus terminals but this limit can be expanded to 255 by K-bus extension. It also allows 128 bytes of input and 128 bytes of output in fieldbus communication and control 512 bytes input and output in process image. The device is also capable of 2040 channels digital peripheral interfacing and 128 channels analog peripheral interconnecting.

The bus interface connects to the system via an automatic system through a 9 pin sending socket, the highest data transfer of which is 12Mbaud. To optimize communication, it is possible to have 32 devices per bus segment and 9 repeaters in between devices with support of 127 devices on the bus network. They recommend to avoid stubs in the network because above 1.5Mbaud the signal is likely to degrade as they induce reflections.

Analog Peripheral Signals
128 inputs/outputs
Bus Interface
1 x D-sub socket, 9-pin
Data Memory
32 kbytes
Data Transfer Rates
automatic detection up to 12 Mbaud
Digital Peripheral Signals
2,040 inputs/outputs
Max. Number Of Bytes Fieldbus
128 byte input and 128 byte output
Max. Number Of Bytes Process Image
512 byte input and 512 byte output
Number Of Bus Terminals
64 (255 with K-bus extension)
Online Change
yes
Plc Cycle Time
approx. 3 ms for 1,000 instructions
Program Memory
48 kbytes
Programming
TwinCAT (via programming interface or fieldbus)
Programming Languages
IEC 61131-3 (IL, LD, FBD, SFC, ST)
Remanent Data
2 kbytes
Runtime System
1 PLC task

Frequently Asked Questions about BC3150-0018:

Q: What type of programming is supported by the BC3150-0018?

A: The BC3150-0018 device supports TwinCAT programming, allowing users to develop and implement control applications via a programming interface or fieldbus.

Q: How many bus terminals does the BC3150-0018 have, and can it be expanded?

A: The device features 64 bus terminals, which can be extended to a total of 255 terminals, providing flexibility for various automation setups.

Q: What is the program memory capacity of the BC3150-0018?

A: The BC3150-0018 has a program memory capacity of 48 kbytes, enabling the storage of control programs and logic.

Q: What is the runtime system capability of the BC3150-0018?

A: The device supports a runtime system with one PLC task, ensuring efficient execution of control processes.

Q: What are the specifications for the auxiliary signals and cycle time of the BC3150-0018?

A: The BC3150-0018 includes 128 analogue and 2,040 digital auxiliary signals. The PLC cycle time is approximately 3 ms for 1,000 instructions, providing quick response times for control tasks.


Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘TwinCAT programming is available on the BC Bus Terminal Series Beckhoff BC3150-0018. This device has 64 bus terminals that may be extended to 255 and supports a runtime system with one PLC job. There are 128 analogue and 2,040 digital auxiliary signals included.’’

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